Developmental health services in Hanford are designed to enhance the independence, integration and productivity of the people they serve. Services are provided by trained, qualified staff in either an individual or group counseling format. Their services include social work, psychology, nursing, psychiatry, rehabilitation counseling, occupational therapy, physical therapy, nutrition, and speed and language therapy. At-home behavioral support services are intended to assist families with managing maladaptive behaviors which may be exhibited by an individual with a development disability. The support is provided by an experienced behavioral specialist, who develops a support plan which can be implemented at home.

Water, Water Everywhere but Not a Drop to Drink?

By:  Lee Ann Rush We’ve discussed the stranglehold that the giant food-processing conglomerates have on our domestic food supply several times, always recommending that people choose wisely by limiting processed foods, buying local (preferably organic) produce in season, and taking a shot at growing their own backyard or container gardens.  One thing we haven’t talked about is drinking water, something that..